Kalki 2898 AD Sets Record as Third-Highest Opener in Indian Cinema

Kalki 2898 AD has emerged as the third-highest opener in Indian cinema, breaking records with its impressive first-day collection across multiple languages.

Key Points

• Kalki 2898 AD sets record as third-highest opener in Indian cinema.
• The film earns ₹95 crore nett in India on its first day.
• Global collection of ₹191.5 crore reported by Vyjayanthi Movies.
• Released in Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam.
• The Telugu version leads with ₹64.5 crore nett collection.
• Kalki 2898 AD surpasses KGF Chapter 2 in worldwide opening collection.

Kalki 2898 AD has emerged as this year’s biggest box office sensation, setting a new benchmark with its impressive opening day performance. According to industry tracker Sacnilk, the film amassed ₹95 crore nett in India on its first day, with a global collection reaching ₹191.5 crore, as reported by Vyjayanthi Movies. This multi-language release saw the Telugu version leading the charge with ₹64.5 crore nett, followed by Hindi at ₹24 crore, Tamil at ₹4 crore, Malayalam at ₹2.2 crore, and Kannada at ₹30 lakh. The Telugu release notably achieved an impressive 85.15% occupancy rate.

Comparatively, Kalki 2898 AD’s first-day nett collection surpasses last year’s top opener, “Jawan” starring Shah Rukh Khan, which earned ₹75 crore. “Jawan” went on to collect ₹640.25 crore nett in India and a global total of ₹1,160 crore, according to Sacnilk.

Now standing as the third-highest opener in Indian cinema, Kalki 2898 AD has outperformed Yash’s “KGF Chapter 2,” which earned ₹159 crore on its opening day. While Kalki 2898 AD’s worldwide collection exceeds KGF Chapter 2, it falls short of the nett collection records set by “Baahubali 2” and “RRR.” “Baahubali 2,” starring Prabhas, holds the record with ₹217 crore, followed by “RRR” with ₹223 crore.

Set in a dystopian world, Kalki 2898 AD draws inspiration from Hindu scriptures and is set in the year 2898 AD. Directed by Nag Ashwin, the film features a star-studded cast including Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, Deepika Padukone, Kamal Haasan, and Disha Patani in lead roles.

This monumental opening not only highlights the film’s massive appeal but also reinforces the growing global influence of Indian cinema. With its unique storyline and powerful performances, Kalki 2898 AD is poised to make a significant impact in the film industry.